Age 16-18
Successful completion of this qualification will lead to a job interview. This course would be important for job roles such as: and Social Work Assistant, Mental health Nurse, Teachers, Support Staff in educational settings.
Course Overview
Fee disclaimer
- This course is FREE for most students.
- You might be surprised at how many ways you can qualify for funding. Check your eligibility here.
Entry requirements
No formal entry requirements, though an interest in working in mental health or supportive roles and an understanding of basic mental health problems is helpful. You must be legally allowed to work in the UK and have a good standard of English, maths and IT.
Course information
- This is a short six weeks, full-time intensive course which runs Monday - Friday.
- Following completion of this course you will be guaranteed a job interview.
This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE and focuses on the signs and symptoms of different mental health conditions and neurodiversity, and how to manage or support them, as well as gaining an understanding of mental health legislation and guidance.
Key topics
The course covers various facets of mental health, and understanding the ways in which neurodiversity can impact mental health if not properly supported. The course is made up of 13 units:
- Understanding Mental Health
- Understanding Stress
- Understanding Anxiety
- Understanding Phobias
- Understanding Depression
- Understanding Postnatal Depression
- Understanding Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Understanding Bipolar Disorder
- Understanding Schizophrenia
- Understanding Dementia
- Understanding Eating Disorders
- Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Understanding Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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How you are assessed
The typical structure of the course requires assessment books to be completed online within the given due dates – for most courses each assessment has a 3 week deadline period. A course can have between 2-5 assessment books. Your work will be marked by your Tutor and returned to you within 7 days. -
Next steps
Study materials are online and you will be sent logging on information once you complete enrolment. if they are right for their subjects. A typical course usually takes 15 weeks to complete. There is a £30 registration fee. Your teacher will provide support and guidance throughout the course in addition to face to face and online sessions. -
Why study at NCC?
- Expert teaching: Learn from experienced tutors with real-world industry knowledge
- Flexible study options: Part-time, evening and online learning available
- Career progression routes: From entry level to professional qualifications
- Outstanding support: One-to-one advice, wellbeing support and financial guidance
- Ofsted-rated Outstanding: Quality teaching and support you can trust
- Modern facilities: Industry-standard workshops, labs, studios and digital tools
- Employer links: Courses shaped by local and national job market needs
Available Campuses
Dates
Schedule
Start: Ongoing
End: Ongoing
What Can This Course Lead To
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